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Matilda

Gender  Female
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

From Mathilda - brave little maid.

Related Names

Tilda, Tillie, Mattie, Tilly.

Famous Usage

Matilda - the mother of Merlin in the Arthurian legend; main character in Roald Dahl's 'Matilda'.

Screen Details

Matilda Wormwood - gifted child protagonist from Roald Dahl's 'Matilda' and its film adaptation starring Mara Wilson. 'Waltzing Matilda' - famous Australian folk song. Matilda Ledger - daughter of actors Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams. Also the title character in 'Matilda the Musical' which won multiple Tony Awards.

Personality Plus

Intelligent, independent, and strong-willed - perfect for a clever pet with a determined spirit and a touch of magical charm.

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